Job description
We are seeking a highly skilled Database Administrator to join our team in Cape Town, South Africa..

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience administering SQL Server databases in complex environments (on-premises and Azure).
Deep understanding of SQL Server architecture, features, and performance tuning techniques.
Experience with high availability and disaster recovery solutions for SQL Server.
Knowledge of data migration tools and techniques
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
Thriving on daily challenges, you know how to work independently and actively contribute ideas to bring added value to your projects. Through close management and a personalized HR policy, you will be supported in building your career within the company. Your interpersonal skills will be crucial assets for success in the role and advancing within our group.
Are you looking to join a dynamic and innovative team?
Then, join us!

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Who are we?
Amaris Consulting is an independent technology consulting firm providing guidance and solutions to businesses. With more than 1000 clients across the globe, we have been rolling out solutions in major projects for over a decade – this is made possible by an international team of 7500 people spread across 5 continents and more than 60 countries. Our solutions focus on four different Business Lines: Information System & Digital, Telecom, Life Sciences and Engineering. We’re focused on building and nurturing a top talent community where all our team members can achieve their full potential. Amaris is your steppingstone to cross rivers of change, meet challenges and achieve all your projects with success.
At Amaris, we strive to provide our candidates with the best possible recruitment experience. We like to get to know our candidates, challenge them, and be able to give them proper feedback as quickly as possible. Here’s what our recruitment process looks like:
Brief Call: Our process typically begins with a brief virtual/phone conversation to get to know you! The objective? Learn about you, understand your motivations, and make sure we have the right job for you!
Interviews (the average number of interviews is 3 - the number may vary depending on the level of seniority required for the position). During the interviews, you will meet people from our team: your line manager of course, but also other people related to your future role. We will talk in depth about you, your experience, and skills, but also about the position and what will be expected of you. Of course, you will also get to know Amaris: our culture, our roots, our teams, and your career opportunities!
Case study: Depending on the position, we may ask you to take a test. This could be a role play, a technical assessment, a problem-solving scenario, etc.
As you know, every person is different and so is every role in a company. That is why we have to adapt accordingly, and the process may differ slightly at times. However, please know that we always put ourselves in the candidate’s shoes to ensure they have the best possible experience.
We look forward to meeting you

Database Standards and Best Practices: Develop, implement, and maintain database standards and best practices aligned with industry standards and company policies.
Database Administration: Install, configure, and administer SQL Server databases on-premises and in Azure cloud environments.
Performance Optimization: Monitor database performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement optimization strategies to ensure optimal performance.
Security and Compliance: Implement and maintain robust security measures to protect sensitive data. Ensure compliance with industry regulations and company policies.
Backup and Recovery: Develop and execute comprehensive backup and recovery plans to minimize data loss and ensure business continuity.
Troubleshooting and Support: Diagnose and resolve database-related issues, providing timely support to development teams.
Documentation: Maintain detailed documentation of database configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting steps.
Collaboration: Collaborate with development teams to ensure database designs align with application requirements.